Chennai, July 30:The Madras High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by former minister Senthil Balaji in connection with alleged irregularities in TASMAC operations. The case pertains to alleged malpractices between 2021 and 2025, including liquor procurement, bar licence approvals, and staff appointments. In Karur, vigilance officials conducted searches at six locations, including the residence of former minister Senthil Balaji and properties belonging to his associates. In Chennai, raids were conductee at a liquor-related establishment on Thanikachalam Road in T. Nagar. Simultaneously, inspections were being carried out at several locations in Coimbatore district, including TASMAC warehouses and liquor manufacturing units in Peelamedu, Pollachi, Narasimhanaickenpalayam, and Navakarai.